Barangay Baras is a local government unit in Palo, Leyte, in the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines. It had a population of 3,725 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
Under Republic Act 12232, elected barangay officials serve a four-year term. Make sure you are registered and know your polling place before election day.
Primary PHLPost ZIP for Palo. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Noel F Onida(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Baras · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Baras
Barangay Baras forms part of Palo, a municipality in Leyte, and is classified as a mid-sized barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Baras had a population of 3,725. This made it the 5th largest of 33 barangays in Palo by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Baras accounted for approximately 4.64% of the total population of Palo, which stood at 80,291 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 2,235 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 3,725 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +66.7%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Baras is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
Palo is a municipality comprising 33 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Baras, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Leyte, which contains 1,641 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Baras ranks 70th by 2024 POPCEN population. Leyte is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Baras is governed by an elected Sangguniang Barangay composed of a Punong Barangay and seven kagawads, with the Sangguniang Kabataan representing the youth. The next BSKE, set for Monday, November 2, 2026, will elect officials to four-year terms as provided under Republic Act No. 12232.
Compiled from official Philippine Statistics Authority census data and Philippine Standard Geographic Code records. Reviewed and published by the Barangay Directory editorial team. See our methodology for sources, verification process, and update cadence.
Important: Officials shown here reflect the 2023 - 2026 term. Barangay leadership can change due to resignation, succession, or special circumstances. Always verify directly with Palo or the barangay hall before relying on this information for any official transaction, legal matter, or formal communication. The next Barangay and SK Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
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Population history of Barangay Baras from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
4,158
—
—
2020 CPH
2,235
-1,923
-46.2%
2024 POPCEN
3,725
+1,490
+66.7%
2015–2020: -46.2% total (-11.68%/yr).2020–2024: +66.7% total (+13.62%/yr).
Source: PSA Census of Population (2015), Census of Population and Housing (2020), and POPCEN (2024) as published by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Figures are official as declared by Proclamation.
Comparative Context
2024 POPCEN
Rank in Palo
5thof 33
Among the top quartile of Palo by population.
Share of Palo
4.6%
of the municipality's total 80,291 residents.
Rank in Leyte
70thof 1,641
Province-wide percentile: 96.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Palo (municipality) class
3rd
Parent municipality income class — influences LGU services and budget that reach this barangay.
Rankings derived from the most recent PSA population data for each barangay. Classifications sourced from the Philippine Statistics Authority and Bureau of Local Government Finance.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Baras in Palo during office hours to request any of the following.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Baras
Where is Barangay Baras located?▾
Barangay Baras is a barangay in the municipality of Palo, Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Baras hall?▾
Barangay Baras is located in Palo, Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Baras?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Baras is Noel F Onida (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Baras?▾
You can contact Barangay Baras via phone at 09273757229.
What municipality is Barangay Baras part of?▾
Barangay Baras is one of 33 barangays in the municipality of Palo, Leyte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Baras urban or rural?▾
Barangay Baras is officially classified as urban by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Urban classification reflects higher population density and a more built-up character — typically more permanent housing, paved roads, and proximity to commercial activity than rural barangays in the same municipality.
What is the income classification of Palo?▾
Palo is classified as a 3rd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance. This classification is based on the municipality's annual regular income and broadly indicates the size of the local government's budget for services like health, sanitation, peace and order, and infrastructure that reach barangays such as Barangay Baras.
Has the population of Barangay Baras been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Baras went from 2,235 residents to 3,725 — a change of +66.7% over the intercensal period. The barangay is growing significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Baras in?▾
Barangay Baras is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Leyte, and is one of 33 barangays administered by Palo.
How many barangays are in Palo?▾
Palo has 33 barangays, including Barangay Baras. You can browse the full list on our Palo page.
How many residents does Barangay Baras have?▾
Barangay Baras had a population of 3,725 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Baras?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Palo is 6501. In most Philippine municipalities, this same ZIP applies to every barangay in the city. However, in NCR cities (Manila, Quezon City, Makati, etc.) and a few large cities like Cebu City, Davao City, and Baguio, each barangay may have its own ZIP code. For the most accurate ZIP for Barangay Baras, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Baras was last updated on 2026-05-24. Barangay leadership, contact information, and hours can change — always verify directly with the barangay hall before relying on this information for any official transaction.
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